Lesson 2 Flashcards
(18 cards)
represent how the artist uses the elements of art to create an effect
and to help convey the artist’s intent.
Principles of art
is the impression of stability or equality in a composition.
is often referred to as symmetrical, asymmetrical, or radial.
balance
Also known as formal balance, is a principle of art where identical or similar
elements are arranged on either side of a central axis, creating a sense of order,
stability, and visual equilibrium.
Symmetrical balance
Also known as informal balance where elements on either side of an artwork are not
identical but arranged in a way that creates a sense of balance and stability.
Asymmetrical balance
Where elements radiate out symmetrically from a central point, creating a sense of
harmony and movement.
Radial Balance
Refers to creating point of interest to pull the viewer’s eye to important parts of the body
of the work.
Emphasis
Refers to the opposites and differences in the composition.
Contrast
Refers to the suggestion of motion through the use of various elements such as lines,
colors, values, and textures.
Movement
Implies the use of two or more of the same or similar elements such as colors, shapes, or lines.
Repetition
is defined as repetitions that occur in some visual element, such as the, colors,
or shapes, of an artwork.
Pattern
Refers to the different sizes of the individual parts that make up one object.
Proportion
is the result of how element and principles work together. All parts must have some
relation to each other. They must fit together to create the overall message and effect.
Unity
is a term used to describe a wide array of artistic disciplines that
are appreciated primarily through sight.
Visual arts
used to describe the art forms created primarily for its appearance rather that its pratical
use.
Fine arts
are artworks that are both aesthetically pleasing and
functional.
Decorative arts
Defined as the art of the ‘now’. These are the artworks that are produced in the present.
Contemporary arts
The use of voices and/or body movements to communicate artistic expression.
Performing arts
This art form denoted “letters” or literature which came from the Latin word “litera”
meaning “an individual written character”.
Literary arts
